Benito's childhood in El Salvador is disrupted when gang violence comes
to his community. When gang members begin to recruit his siblings and
target the family with violence, Benito's mother decides that the family
will leave the country. Benito's new life in Mexico is different. He and
his family hope to one day return home. Interspersed with facts about El
Salvador and its people, this narrative tells a story common to many
refugees fleeing the country. Readers will learn about the conflict
there and how they can help refugees in their communities and around the
world who are struggling to find permanent homes. Teacher's guide
available.